All across America, people celebrate the first Tuesday evening in August as National Night Out Against Crime. The National Association of Town Watch invites communities to join forces to promote police-community partnerships, crime/drug/violence prevention, safety, and neighborhood unity. Over 37 million people in more than 15,000 communities nationwide attend this event.

You and your family are invited to join the Escondido Police Department in celebrating the 31st Annual National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, August 5th, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This year’s event will be held at two locations. At the Police & Fire Headquarters (1163 N. Centre City Parkway) there will be station tours and police-related displays. At Grape Day Park in downtown Escondido the focus will be on awareness of crime prevention. Entertainment and children’s activities will also be provided there.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact the Escondido Police Department's Special Events Division at (760) 839-4961.